The northern cuisine is the most middle class of all the different styles of cuisines. The cuisine was influenced by the native Indians, the Spanish, Italian and the Gyspies. The vastly different climates between Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, la libertad, cajamarcca and San Martin contributes to the variety of dishes in these areas. (Fleshier) Here there many different types of stews, soups, and meats (Fleshier). The stews are composed of a variety of meats, vegetables, and fruits. The stews are often made with lamb or goat, chicken, and beef. A lot of spices such as coriander leaves (cilantro) and garlic are used to bring a great flavor into the stews. Also served in stews are a wide variety of dried fruit. Dried bananas are the most popular dried fruit used, however, other fruits native to the area are used. Such as yuca, aji panca, and the addition of Clarito fruits (Fleshier).
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